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Baddeleyite and Baryte Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0
4.3-5
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Irregular/uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Distinct
Perfect cleavage parallel to base and prism faces: {001} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Baddeleyite and Baryte Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Baryte physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Baddeleyite and Baryte chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Baddeleyite and Baryte Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Baryte Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Baryte Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 4.3-5 whereas that of Baryte is 4.3-5.

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